Not Black Heels! This "Cheap" Shoe-Colour Trend Looks Chicest With Black Dresses
Hold the black heels—Alexa Chung knows that this non-boring neutral looks best with black.
In my opinion, Alexa Chung is at her chicest in Paris. So this week, as the style icon descended on the City of Light for a flurry of fashion week appearances, my mood board was refreshed with a healthy dose of styling inspiration. Stepping out for an evening in Paris to celebrate Pandora's collaboration with stylist Harry Lambert, Alexa reached for a timeless wardrobe staple, reminding us exactly why she'll always be the queen of elevated everyday dressing.
Opting for a modern take on the little black dress, Chung chose an elegant design featuring an on-trend halterneck, an asymmetric hem and softly pleated detailing. Then to the shoes, whilst black heels would have been the obvious choice, Alexa sidestepped the predictable in favour of a pair of white heels.
Adding a crisp contrast to her all-black outfit, the white shoes kept it from feeling too heavy for a summer evening event, without relying on bold colours or statement prints.
Perhaps it's because white shoes can scuff so easily, or because they often feel quite stark, but they've never been a style I've instinctively gravitated towards. Still, Alexa's latest look has completely changed my mind.
Styled with chunky silver earrings, a gold arm cuff and a sleek black handbag, the white heels added dimension without distracting from its clean, minimalist aesthetic. In fact, I'm convinced that no other shoe colour could have achieved quite the same effect.
Quite possibly the chicest way I've seen a little black dress styled this season, read on to shop my edit of the best white heels below.
Shop White Heels:
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These also come in five other shades.
Honestly, these look more expensive than they actually are.
The thicker, block heel makes this perfect for styling on any occasions that might involve grass.
The high-vamp heels trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
These also come in half sizes, so you can find your perfect fit.
Every great evening wardrobe starts with a pair of slingback heels.
These also come in a black, pony hair design.
